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Swing the Doors Open

But only one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion.

LUKE 10:42

Mary knew that her best task was found at Jesus’ feet. I think maybe Mary chose wisely because she knew that her time with Jesus was short. She had learned from Him and sat at his feet. She knew He would not always be with her.

As life flies by, recognize that our family and friends won’t always be with us. Making our homes a safe place to land must be important. This doesn’t mean that we must have the nicest furniture, the latest trends, or the finest décor. No, rather, it’s the attitude with which we open our homes and invite others in to sit, to communicate, to love. May we always be mindful to value others. Fluff the pillows, pour the coffee, and invite your friends over. Invite the neighbors and the strangers too while you are at it and get to know those around you.

design tip

Swinging open the door requires some planning. Keep certain main areas of your home cleaned up each day so that if someone drops in you don’t feel horrible about the mess. Keep a stash of ready-to-make lemonade, coffee, and some special cookies for a quick nibble in case of a guest.

Father, as we walk in faith believing what we cannot see, I pray that you’ll guide each step and help us to be bold as we declare truth!